Remember September

We found out last week that Governor Cuomo signed a proclamation declaring September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. A group of us created the Capital Region Childhood Cancer Coalition and this was one of our main goals. I am so proud to work with such a dedicated group of people. We have each tried to fill the calendar with childhood cancer events.

The Catie Hoch Foundation has a busy month ahead. I hope you can join me at one or more of these events!

September 12 – The Red Robin in Clifton Park will donate a portion of its profits from 5pm – 9pm. Just mention the Catie Hoch Foundation when ordering. Take out is included.

September 13 –Foundation president Gina Peca will hold a book signing of her memoir, I Wouldn’t Change a Thing, at Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. All proceeds will benefit the Catie Hoch Foundation. 7 p.m.

September 14 – Gina Peca, along with other local authors, will hold a book signing of her memoir, I Wouldn’t Change a Thing, at the Open Door Bookstore, 128 Jay Street, Schenectady. From 2-5 p.m.

September 15 – A Zumbathon will be held at ABC Sports and Fitness in Latham from 11am – 1:30pm. A $10 (minimum donation) can be made in advance at zumbaforcatiehoch.eventbrite.com or $15 at the door.

September 21 – Homecoming Celebration (our big event) at Hyatt Place in Malta from 7pm – 10pm. Longfellows will cater the event that promises a rousing night of music by the Audiostars. Saratoga Photo Booth will also be on hand along with several live and silent auction items including a signed copy of JK Rowling’s newest novel, Casual Vacancy. Tickets are $75 and space is limited to 200 attendees. Go to www.catiehochfoundation.org to order tickets.

September 25 – 16 Handles in Glenmont. From 4-8 p.m. A portion of all proceeds benefit the Catie Hoch Foundation.

In addition, the Capital Region Childhood Cancer Coalition is hosting a variety of events. I hope to see you at these, too!

Capital Region

Childhood Cancer Coalition (CRCCC)

Remember September…

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Our Mission is to:

Increase public awareness, attention and focus on childhood cancer.

Educate, inform and provide solutions on local childhood cancer issues.

Support children affected by cancer, their families and the Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center.

Foster collaboration with various childhood cancer foundations, resources and organizations.

Our September goal is to unite our local foundations to have daily events to raise $100,000 in support of the new dedicated Pediatric Oncology space at the Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center.